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Panic Strikes In Osun As Transporters Battle To Occupy Motor Parks, Vehicle Burnt Down

Following several attempts to take back a park that had been taken over by a faction of the National Union of Road Transport Workers, a sporadic shooting occurred at Old Garage motor park in Osogbo on Monday.
According to reports, there were other attacks on motor parks around Oke-Baale, Ilesa Garage, and Old Coca-Cola Area all within the Osogbo metropolis, where hoodlums attacked some union members reporting for duty, which has caused panic among residents who were just commencing the day’s work, as they scampered to safety to avoid being hit by bullets.
The clash was said to have spread later on to the Ayetoro area, where a member of the union was reportedly attacked with a matchet and had to abandon his vehicle and ran to safety, after which the vehicle was later set on fire by his assailants.
Recall that about 10 members of the NURTW were reportedly injured across Osun when the forceful takeover started on Sunday, and the group behind the attacks was said to have recruited hoodlums and stormed the state secretariat of the union in Osogbo shortly after the inauguration of Senator Ademola Adeleke as Osun governor.
As of the time of filing this report, the alleged attackers were said to be occupying the secretariat located along Osogbo/Ilesa road.
It was also learned that the hoodlums behind the attack injured the state Financial Secretary of the union, Sunday Akinwale, and vandalized the building as well as some vehicles parked within the premises.
While speaking with newsmen regarding the same incident, the State Secretary of the Union, Osundiya Akinsola, confirmed the attack, saying he was ferried to safety by some policemen who responded to distress calls when the attackers stormed the area.
He further said, “Our Financial Secretary, Sunday Akinwale, was attacked. Our state secretariat was vandalized.
Our park at Old Coca-Cola Area in Osogbo was attacked, and our members at Ijetu Motor park in Osogbo were attacked.
“A bus and a Toyota Sienna vehicle belonging to the Financial Secretary parked within the premises of our state secretariat were vandalized. Those that perpetrated the attack are still there presently.
“In all, over 10 members were attacked and injured. This number included those that were attacked in Ilesa town. Those that carried out the attack wanted to forcefully take over the leadership of the union.
“The ring leader of the attack is not one of our officials. He wanted to forcefully take over the union. He has shown interest in becoming the State Chairman and his ambition is against the Constitution of our union. We have informed the police, the Department of State Services, and even the family of the new governor about the activities of these miscreants.”
He urged the newly sworn-in state governor, Ademola Adeleke, to restore sanity to the operations of the union and stop those carrying out the attacks before they cause more breaches of the peace.
For official comments on Monday, the Osun State Police Command Spokesperson, Yemisi Opalola, could not be reached as she did not pick up calls nor respond to a text message sent to her line on the matter as of the time of filing this report.
Reacting to the development, the spokesperson for Adeleke, Olawale Rasheed, warned against violence and directed security agencies to maintain law and order.
The statement further read in part, “The Governor, Senator Adeleke, has warned against violence among transport workers’ unions in the state, directing security agencies to maintain status quo across the motor parks.
“All union leaders and their supporters are hereby directed to remain calm and bring any grievances to the State Government for resolution. Security agencies are consequently directed to maintain law and order.”
Metro
Breaking: FG To Meet NLC Today Over Fuel Subsidy Removal
The Federal Government of Nigeria is set to hold a meeting with the leadership of the Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) today at 2 pm to discuss the planned removal of fuel subsidy.

This development was revealed by NLC National President, Joe Ajaero, during an interview on Channels Television’s Sunrise Daily program.
Ajaero stated that while President Bola Tinubu may have good intentions, the Labour Congress insists that alternatives must be provided. He emphasized the need for the President to understand the implications of fuel subsidy removal on the Nigerian populace and consider the welfare of the people.
Among the alternatives proposed by the NLC are the repair of the country’s four refineries and the provision of transportation alternatives for Nigerian workers, among other measures.
In a separate statement, the Independent Petroleum Marketers Association of Nigeria (IPMAN) expressed support for the deregulation of the oil sector and the removal of fuel subsidy, believing that it is necessary for Nigeria’s progress.
President Tinubu had announced the end of fuel subsidy in his inaugural speech on Monday, stating that the 2023 budget does not allocate funds for subsidy payments. Instead, the government plans to redirect funds towards infrastructure and other sectors to strengthen the economy.
However, the Trade Union Congress of Nigeria (TUC) argues that the President cannot unilaterally decide on subsidy removal. They pointed out that the previous administration under Muhammadu Buhari intentionally left the “sensitive issue” for the new government to address.
Since the President’s announcement, fuel queues have reappeared across the country as Nigerians search for fuel, with prices ranging from N300 per liter and above.
Further updates on this matter will be provided.
Metro
Panic as petrol price jumps to N350/ltr
The removal of petrol subsidy in Nigeria has caused a significant uproar in the downstream sector of the petroleum industry.

As consumers flocked to petrol stations, operators wasted no time in implementing a sharp increase in pump prices. This sudden price hike has also led to commercial transporters raising their fares nationwide.
During his inaugural speech, President Bola Tinubu made it clear that the era of petroleum subsidy was over. Investigations in Lagos revealed that some marketers responded by doubling the price from N185 to N370 per litre. However, a few major marketers maintained prices between N195 and N220 per litre in Lagos and Abuja.
The situation worsened as some petrol stations decided to close their operations, resulting in long queues at the remaining stations. Depot owners also halted their activities, arguing that they needed further clarification on the implementation of the new policy.
In Abuja, motorists faced long queues at petrol stations as they grappled with the subsidy removal. Meanwhile, commuters found themselves stranded at bus stops, waiting for buses that were either caught up in the frenzy or had raised fares by 50 to 100 percent due to the fear of impending scarcity.
One disgruntled motorist, expressing their frustration, criticized President Tinubu’s decision, stating that it was a punishment for the already economically burdened Nigerians who had endured the previous administration of President Muhammadu Buhari.
Metro
Breaking : Chief Raymond Dokpesi, Chairman of Daar Communications, Passes Away
In a shocking development, Chief Raymond Dokpesi, the Chairman of Daar Communications, has reportedly passed away. The news of his demise has sent shockwaves through the political and media communities.

In a shocking development, Chief Raymond Dokpesi, the Chairman of Daar Communications, has reportedly passed away. The news of his demise has sent shockwaves through the political and media communities.
According to reports, Dokpesi, a prominent figure and chieftain of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), died at the age of 71 in Abuja, the capital city of Nigeria. The exact cause of his death has not been officially confirmed, but sources close to the family have revealed that he suffered a stroke and succumbed to his illness in an Abuja hospital.
It is believed that Chief Dokpesi had been managing his health following the stroke and was undergoing occupational therapy to regain his daily activities. However, his condition took a turn for the worse, leading to his untimely demise. The news of his passing has left many in mourning and has sparked an outpouring of condolences from across the nation.
Chief Raymond Dokpesi was widely recognized for his contributions to the media industry as the Chairman of Daar Communications, which owns prominent media outlets such as Africa Independent Television (AIT) and Raypower FM. He played a significant role in shaping the media landscape in Nigeria and was known for his outspoken nature and commitment to democratic ideals.
Further details surrounding his death are expected to emerge in due course. The nation mourns the loss of a respected media mogul and political figure, leaving behind a void that will be difficult to fill.
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